An
introductory course which explains computer terminology and the basic features
and functions of the personal computer and Windows XP.It is especially suited to people with little or no computing knowledge.

Objectives Course participants will gain a sound understanding of:

Computer
terminology

Computer
parts, functions and capabilities

Keyboard
and mouse skills

Windows
basics

Basic
word processing

Spreadsheets,
databases, and
Windows XP accessories programs

Basic
printer operations

Computer
peripherals

What you will learnTopics covered by this course include:

Getting Started

Basic
Mouse Techniques

The
Windows XP Desktop

Moving
& Resizing a Window

Playing
an Audio CD

Using
Windows XP Paint

Selecting
Commands in Windows

Word Processing

Word
Menu System & Toolbars

Entering
and Modifying Text

Saving,
Printing & Closing Documents

General
Computer Information

Printing

Troubleshooting

Names
of Computer Parts

More Windows XP

Folder
and File Properties

Windows
Explorer & Control Panel

Copying,
Deleting & Renaming files

Installing
a CD application

Internet

Exploring
the World Wide Web

Electronic
Mail

Software &
Hardware Operations

Spreadsheets
& Databases

Desktop
Publishing

Online
Help

Prerequisites No previous knowledge is required for this course.

Dates and timesCourses are available either in the morning or the
evening. Contact the relevant training centre for further details and enrolment information.